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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Eight.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. With what event does the arrival coincide?
(a) Yom Kippur.
(b) Easter.
(c) None.
(d) Ramadan.

2. Over what do Maturin and Aubrey argue concerning the ship?
(a) Whether Aubrey will allow Maturin to pay for some of the expense of its repairs.
(b) Whether the ship can be made seaworthy.
(c) Whether the ship should be retrofitted with several new cannons.
(d) Whether or not Maturin's new purchase will fit on board.

3. Of what religion are the majority of Mubara's inhabitants?
(a) Muslim.
(b) None.
(c) Christian.
(d) Jewish.

4. How does Aubrey pay for the repairs on his ship?
(a) From some of the prize money.
(b) Gambling.
(c) From the British naval repair fund.
(d) A loan from Maturin.

5. What does Mrs. Fielding ask Aubrey to help her write?
(a) An appeal for the release of her husband.
(b) An appeal for the release of her husband's funds at a local bank.
(c) Lyrics to a song she writes.
(d) A letter to her husband.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the most disturbing part of not obtaining the treasure?

2. Who is Dr. Graham?

3. Who does Graham believe is visiting Malta?

4. What is abundant in the evening in the desert?

5. Why does Aubrey request camels immediately?

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